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WHEN IT WAS LAUNCHED in Australia
in 2011, the Audi A7’s arching roofline and
coupé styling threw a curve ball into a
segment dominated by the traditional
‘ three box’ sedan. Now the all-new A7
Sportback follows a similar path.
At the recent launch, Audi executives
emphasised the brand’s intention to
refocus on consumer expectations for
a $100k-plus luxury vehicle. The two
priorities were: adding up to $25k of
equipment on certain models and
simplifying the options packages.
This approach starts with the first new
A7 to go on sale here – the top-spec 55
TFSI. It’s powered by a 250kW V6 petrol
engine and is priced from $131,900. Two
other versions – the 180kW Sportback 45
TFSI Quattro and the 210kW Sportback
50 TDI – will become available in early
2019 and be priced at $113,900 and
$131,900 respectively.
The elegant new silhouette offers an
insight into Audi’s future design. The
signature tornado crease line along its
flanks has softened and there’s more
definition above the wheel arches, which
house 20-inch alloys in the standard A7.
From front on, the design has a sportier
edge – Audi’s single frame grille is wider
and the air intakes either side are
sharper and more prominent. The new
A7 is bigger overall, too, and a longer
wheelbase improves occupant space,
including 21mm extra leg room.
Audi is well known for its ground-
breaking approach to lighting and the A7
features its latest LED designs. The top HD
matrix features 32 individually controlled
LEDs and a laser light that doubles the
range of the high beam at speeds above
70km/h (first seen in the A8).
Inside is a welcome to the digital age,
with the sleek dash design and centre
console almost completely devoid of
switch gear in the traditional sense.
Audi’s 12.3-inch high-definition digital
instrument cluster can be configured for
traditional or infotainment views, and the
standard head-up display projects speed
and navigation info onto the windscreen.
Replacing the rotary dial MMI controller
is a new touch response system that
mirrors smartphone operation. Using
touch and swipe gestures on the new
‘haptic’ touchscreen provides the sensory
feel of an analogue button and emanates
soft acoustic sounds. While I only had a
few hours to familiarise myself with its
myriad settings, the new high-tech set-up
might just be too clever for its own good
and I prefer the previous rotary controller.
However, Audi’s voice control system has
also been enhanced with a more natural
voice to assist the driver to navigate the
extensive personalisation options.
Mechanically, the A7 is crammed full of
technical sophistication, starting with the
3.0 -litre V6 all-alloy engine. It delivers
250kW and 500Nm, which is available
from just above idle to provide excellent
acceleration off the mark. Driving
through a seven-speed DSG, power is
transmitted to the road via Audi’s quattro
drive, which activates the rear wheels
only when required, saving fuel.
Audi’s mild hybrid technology (MHEV)
is standard on the 55 TSI. Based around
a 48-volt primary electrical system, a
lithium-ion battery is housed under the
floor at the rear and a belt alternator/
starter is connected directly to the
engine crankshaft. At speeds between
55km/h and 160km/h the A7 can coast
with the engine off for up to 40 seconds,
and the engine is started when the
vehicle ahead accelerates away.
As options go, the Dynamic steering
package ($4200) is worth considering.
At low speeds the rear wheels angle in
the opposite direction to the front
wheels and reduce the turning circle by
more than one metre, which is a boon
around town for a large grand tourer.
Buyers shelling out well over $100,000
for a vehicle expect it to be almost
flawless, and the A7 fills the grand tourer
brief perfectly. When driving interstate
with four adults and luggage onboard,
few vehicles are as capable. – Tim Pomroy
Sharper with curves
An all-new Audi A7 incorporates many of the high-tech features and design cues from the flagship A8
Engine: 3.0 -litre turbo V6 Transmission: seven-
speed DSG Power: 250kW Torque: 500Nm Fuel
consumption: 7.3L/100km (claimed) ANCAP:
Not tested Price: From $131,900 (plus ORC)
The new A7 is bigger and
the longer wheelbase
improves occupant space
MOTORING
Pros: Better specification level;
improved handling and refinement
Cons: $2000 extra for metallic paint
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Easter Island
Jerusalem
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